April 2023 Is Empowering You To Focus On Yourself — Here’s Your Horoscope & Cosmic Guide

Seasons

31 Mar

April 2023 is about focusing on yourself, your progress, and your journey. A large part of this is ensuring you have a healthy balance of working hard and maintaining an active and fulfilling social life. This month's energy will be determined, yet much slower, inviting you to spend more time planning, preparing, and reviewing courses of action instead of acting on your instincts.

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April 3: Mercury enters Taurus
April5/6: Full Moon in Libra
April 10/11: Venus enters Gemini
April 11: Sun conjunct Jupiter in Aries
April 19/20: Solar Eclipse in Aries
April 20: Sun enters Taurus
April 21: Mercury retrograde in Taurus
April 24: Sun conjunct North Node in Taurus

Eclipse season will begin this month with a karmic solar eclipse that is similar (but even more powerful and life-changing) to last month’s Aries new moon. The explosive solar eclipse in Aries on April 19 marks the beginning of a massive push toward a new and empowering journey. The universe invites you to stand up for yourself and put your needs, interests, and desires first. This eclipse will be deeply healing for your personal transformation but could come with challenges to regain your power without being extreme with your emotional reactions.

✶ Read more about this month's cosmic energy, including a guide to the full moon in Sagittarius, the new moon in Gemini, and Cancer season.

Aries

Take a slow and steady approach toward achieving your goals this April. Cautious steps forward will take you a lot further than taking unnecessary risks. Once Venus enters quick-witted Gemini on April 10, you’ll feel more energized and enthusiastic about meeting new people. Instead of ditching your responsibilities to prioritize your social life, find the right balance between work and play. Read the full April forecast for detailed insights into the upcoming cosmic alignments and who they will affect.

Taurus

Try not to hold onto bitterness, Taurus. You may have to make amends with someone to maintain peace and harmony in your shared environment. However, once Taurus season begins, you’ll feel more in your element and ready to push through challenges. Mercury will retrograde through your zodiac sign from April 21, which could increase your self-doubt and reconsiderations about the path you’re currently on and where it’s leading you. Read the full April forecast for detailed insights into the upcoming cosmic alignments and who they will affect.

Gemini

Everything you want and need lies on the other side of your fears and insecurities. This month is the perfect time to rebuild your courage and consider how to bring more happiness to your life. Don’t let any mental health changes break down your optimism and self-belief. Persevere through challenges during moments of doubt, follow your heart, and believe in your power. Read the full April forecast for detailed insights into the upcoming cosmic alignments and who they will affect.

Cancer

Taking a leap of faith in your work life will guarantee you’re in a better place this month, professionally, than you were last month. However, make sure you aren’t laser-focused on following your goals and dreams in a particular way — especially if the universe is nudging you toward a new path. Expect delays to your plans with friends and misunderstandings if you speak up before thinking through your feelings. Read the full April forecast for detailed insights into the upcoming cosmic alignments and who they will affect.

Leo

Focusing too much on your distant future could cause you to make decisions that don’t benefit where you are today. Be ambitious this April and get inspired by possibilities rather than fixating on what may or may not seem possible. Time spent with your friends and community will fill you with love, and you’ll receive more appreciation and validation from people you interact with online. Don’t overlook the importance of expressing love and gratitude in your platonic relationships. Read the full April forecast for detailed insights into the upcoming cosmic alignments and who they will affect.

Virgo

Virgo, this month is all about embracing change. Don’t be afraid to admit that you’ve reviewed your opinion or stance on an issue you previously had a hardened attitude and belief on. Mental transformation is a sign of growth. Similarly, you may develop a new reputation through the new projects you take on at work as your values and priorities evolve. Be experimental and venture into new waters. Read the full April forecast for detailed insights into the upcoming cosmic alignments and who they will affect.

Libra

Brace yourself for tensions in your relationships that leave you unsure of how to ask for what you need. These challenges could be connected to past issues, which you and your partner have already addressed, or they could illuminate trust issues. Take some alone time to reflect on your thoughts and feelings and consider what you need to move forward. By the end of the month, as the Sun joins forces with the lunar north node of destiny, you’ll be able to see a way forward. Read the full April forecast for detailed insights into the upcoming cosmic alignments and who they will affect.

Scorpio

Scorpio, this month will inspire you to seek closure to improve the quality of your life. Remember, you don’t need to unearth the past to make peace with what has already happened. Healing is an internal process. You may face breakdowns of communication in your relationships that will test your ability to resolve challenges without rehashing the past. Being narrow-minded will only prolong your disagreements. Remember that you and your partner (or closest friends) should work as a team, not against each other. Read the full April forecast for detailed insights into the upcoming cosmic alignments and who they will affect.

Sagittarius

Luck is on your side this month and will boost your chances of getting what you want in your romantic life. Flirt with someone you're interested in, and keep the spark alive in your existing relationships. A new activity or exciting conversation with your significant other will uplift you. The diligent and determined energy of Mercury in Taurus will motivate you to put your head down and focus on work. Meet difficult tasks head-on and rise to new challenges. Read the full April forecast for detailed insights into the upcoming cosmic alignments and who they will affect.

Capricorn

A shift in your priorities will inspire you to restructure your daily routine this April. Allow more room for the unexpected and be flexible rather than confining yourself to a strict to-do list. The increasing Taurean energy will boost your desire to do something just for you that brings you happiness and pleasure. After so much time spent working diligently, the universe is encouraging you to do more things that aren’t goal-oriented. Go on a date, do something creative, and indulge in self-care practices. Read the full April forecast for detailed insights into the upcoming cosmic alignments and who they will affect.

Aquarius

Aquarius, you may feel more reclusive this April and empowered to do things your own way. However, don't be frustrated with people who want to offer you guidance. It isn’t a commentary on your capabilities when people want to advise you — it’s an expression of their desire to support and care for you. Increased activity in your love life will encourage you to date people that aren’t your usual type. Play the field and explore your options. Read the full April forecast for detailed insights into the upcoming cosmic alignments and who they will affect.

Pisces

Consistent progress cannot be made without a focused mind, Pisces. Try to reign in your excessive daydreaming this month and work in short bursts to stay motivated. Brace yourself for moments of insecurity that will direct your attention to the innermost parts of yourself that still need healing. Source strength from your family; lighthearted conversations with them will fill you with love. Read the full April forecast for detailed insights into the upcoming cosmic alignments and who they will affect.